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Trouble at the office? Try a perfumed printer

We initially feared that this item might be a joke, but then we thought it was just crazy enough to be true: a perfumed printer.

And why not? We've already seen aromatic phones, fragrant USB drives and even lavender-scented keypads. There's no reason a printer can't smell rosey too.

Sagem's appropriately named "Zen Cube" can provide a sea of cubicles with full-time aromatherapy. According to Fareastgizmos: "The perfume is diffused upon each printing (or receiving of a fax), with the activation of the ventilation system. The warm air expelled by the machine slowly … Read more

iRobot's macho side

iRobot, of Roomba fame, is generally known for its innocent household products. But make no mistake, it has a more serious side too, in the form of military applications.

The company's Government and Industrial Robots Division has an entire line of "PackBots" designed for the battlefield: "Adaptable, tough and reliable, these robots go where people can't, shouldn't or don't want to. From the battlefield to deep inside Afghan caves, our robots are hard at work."

Lest you be too intimidated, be aware that these bots are directed by a controller that looks … Read more